William Allen
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Results-driven manufacturing professional with strong experience in production processes and machinery operation. Known for effective team collaboration and ability to adapt to changing needs. Skilled in quality control, equipment maintenance, and safety protocols. Reliable and focused on achieving high standards in every task.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Operator
Fresenius Medical Care
Knoxville, TN
11.2025 - Current
- PVC Clean Room Production - sterile working environment for the production of dialysis IV bags.
- Bio-Fine Inspector - quality inspection of IV bags prior to release to the floor for packaging.
- Operated and monitored production equipment to ensure efficient manufacturing processes.
- Conducted quality inspections to maintain product standards and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of production output and equipment performance for reporting purposes.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for equipment malfunctions, minimizing downtime during operations.
- Ensured adherence to company policies and industry standards in all operational activities.
- Supported workplace safety through strict adherence to safety protocols and regular inspections of machinery.
- Inspected final products for defects and flaws using proper QA procedures.
- Conducted thorough inspections of finished products, ensuring that they met or exceeded all specifications before shipment to customers.
PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN I
Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc.
Knoxville, TN
04.2011 - 11.2025
- Assisted in the set-up and operation of production equipment.
- Performed quality control checks on products to ensure compliance with standards.
- Monitored production processes, identified problems, and took corrective action when necessary.
- Adjusted machine settings to complete tasks accurately according to specifications.
- Conducted routine maintenance on production machinery and equipment.
- Trained new personnel in operating procedures for various pieces of production equipment.
- Ensured that all materials used met required standards before use in production operations.
- Communicated regularly with team members regarding progress and updates on tasks assigned.
- Identified potential areas of improvement within existing processes and recommended solutions accordingly.
- Adhered strictly to established policies, procedures, protocols and safety guidelines at all times.
- Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
MANUFACTURING ASSOCIATE
PBR Knoxville, LLC
Knoxville, TN
03.1998 - 12.2010
- Maintain records of production, quality control, and machine maintenance activities.
- Perform periodic inspections on products to ensure conformity with customer requirements.
- Adjust machine settings according to product specifications or process changes.
- Troubleshoot problems in the manufacturing process by identifying root causes and proposing solutions.
- Monitor machines for malfunctions that may affect product quality or production efficiency.
- Conduct preventive maintenance tasks on machines as scheduled by management personnel.
- Collaborate with other team members to improve production processes while ensuring safety protocols are followed at all times.
- Identify defective components or finished goods items during the inspection process and make appropriate adjustments accordingly.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations when operating machinery.
MACHINE OPERATOR
Levi Strauss & Company
Knoxville, TN
01.1991 - 02.1998
- Maintain records of production, quality control, and machine maintenance activities.
- Perform periodic inspections on products to ensure conformity with customer requirements.
- Operate equipment such as hand tools, power tools, and inspection gauges.
- Collaborate with other team members to improve production processes while ensuring safety protocols are followed at all times.
- Train new employees on proper operation of machines used in the manufacturing process.
- Operated machines and performed production tasks to manufacture company products.
- Classified defects from finished orders for record tracking and statistics.
Education
High School Diploma -
Holston High School
Knoxville, TN05.1987
Skills
- Quality Control
- Product Assembly
- Continuous Improvement
- Production Optimization
- Performance Improvement
- Manufacturing
- Material quality control
- Assembly line experience
- Assembly and production
- Safety protocols adherence
- Production line efficiency
- Materials handling
- Continuous improvement
- Quality assurance
- Material quality inspection
Accomplishments
- Recognized for meeting production goals with little to no downtime.
- Responsible for new employee training.
- Perform daily equipment maintenance including servicing, adjusting and inspection for safety and operability.
Timeline
Production Operator
Fresenius Medical Care
11.2025 - Current
PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN I
Keurig Dr Pepper, Inc.
04.2011 - 11.2025
MANUFACTURING ASSOCIATE
PBR Knoxville, LLC
03.1998 - 12.2010
MACHINE OPERATOR
Levi Strauss & Company
01.1991 - 02.1998
High School Diploma -
Holston High School